Shadow Regigigas is set to be the highlight of the upcoming Shadow Raid Day in Pokémon GO. Scheduled for Saturday, May 17, 2025, trainers can encounter this formidable Pokémon in raids from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM local time. Players are eager to know the optimal moveset for Shadow Regigigas as well as the best counters to utilize against it.
This article will provide an in-depth analysis of Shadow Regigigas, discussing its effectiveness in both Player versus Player (PvP) and Player versus Environment (PvE) contexts.
Best Moveset for Shadow Regigigas in Pokémon GO
Optimal PvP Moveset
- Fast Attack: Hidden Power (Ice)
- Charged Attacks: Focus Blast and Thunder
Optimal PvE Moveset
- Fast Attack: Zen Headbutt
- Charged Attack: Giga Impact
Assessing Shadow Regigigas: PvP and PvE Viability
Shadow Regigigas in PvP
In the PvP arena, Shadow Regigigas, despite its legendary status, faces challenges. Its Normal typing is not particularly advantageous, and its Fast move, Hidden Power, can be inconsistent for damage output or energy generation for charged attacks. Nevertheless, it can serve as a counter to Giratina (Origin Forme) if trained with XL Candy.
Shadow Regigigas in PvE
As a Normal-type attacker, Shadow Regigigas proves to be a potent option, especially with access to STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) moves like Frustration and Giga Impact. However, the Normal type is less effective for raids or gym confrontations, and it lacks defensive capabilities in gym battles.
Comprehensive Moves and Stats for Shadow Regigigas
Shadow Regigigas can utilize the following Fast Attacks:
- Zen Headbutt
- Hidden Power
In addition, it can learn these Charged Attacks:
- Frustration
- Giga Impact
- Thunder
- Focus Blast
Base Stats:
- Attack: 287
- Defense: 210
- Stamina: 221
- Max CP: 4913
Strengths and Weaknesses of Shadow Regigigas
Weaknesses:
- Fighting
Resistances:
- Ghost
Types that Shadow Regigigas can deal super effective damage to:
- None
Top Counters to Shadow Regigigas in Pokémon GO
Great League Counters: Azumarill, Clodsire, Drapion (Shadow), Cradily, Lapras
Ultra League Counters: Skeledirge, Annihilape, Clefable, Giratina (Altered), Feraligatr
Master League Counters: Xerneas, Dusk Mane Necrozma, Ho-oh, Rhyperior, Palkia (Origin)
PvE Counters:
- Mega Lucario with Force Palm and Aura Sphere
- Mega Rayquaza with Dragon Tail and Dragon Ascent
- Mega Heracross with Counter and Upper Hand
- Terrakion with Double Kick and Sacred Sword
- Marshadow with Counter and Close Combat